Witnesses told reporters that moments prior, the boy was dancing on the ice while taking video. But after the thin sheet gave way, the boy's frivolity turned to panic as he attempted to put himself out—only to cause more ice to crumble beneath him.

Thankfully, nearby NYPD counterterrorism officers were alerted to the trouble swooped in to save the day, as someone took cell phone footage of the rescue.

At a news conference held after the rescue, NYPD Counterterrorism Chief James Waters said that officers Anthony DiSpigna and Eddie Radoncic helped formulate a plan to lash two ladders to help the boy climb out.

The plan worked and when the boy was pulled far enough from the water, the officers plucked him out by his clothing.

The boy was reportedly blue when he was pulled from the water and was taken to a hospital. He's expected to be okay.

"I'm very, very proud of these officers," said Waters. "These are what NYPD officers do each and every day."